Housekeeper

Site: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital

 

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Job Summary

Responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment throughout the Medical Center to support infection prevention and control standards. This role performs a variety of environmental services duties including cleaning, disinfecting, waste removal, and equipment handling to minimize the spread of disease. This position does not involve direct patient care.

Does this position require Patient Care?
No

 

Schedule
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday
10:00 AM – 8:30 PM

Essential Functions

• Perform routine and specialized cleaning duties in accordance with organizational standards and infection control protocols.
• Clean, disinfect, and service assigned patient and non-patient areas using approved procedures and schedules.
• Safely collect, handle, and dispose of regulated and non-regulated waste streams.
• Move furniture, equipment, and supplies as needed to support departmental operations and thorough cleaning.
• Operate environmental services equipment including floor machines, buffers, and vacuums.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards at all times to ensure a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
• Follow all safety guidelines related to chemical usage and equipment handling.
• Participate in a minimum of eight department or unit meetings annually.

Education
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Experience
0–1 year of related experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safe handling procedures
• Familiarity with environmental services equipment (e.g., vacuums, floor buffers)
• Ability to follow infection control and safety protocols
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

 

Physical Requirements

Standing Frequently (34-66%)

Walking Frequently (34-66%)

Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)

Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)

Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)

Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)

Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)

Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)

Balancing Frequently (34-66%)

Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)

Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)

Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)

Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)

Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)

Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)

Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)

Feeling Constantly (67-100%)

Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)

Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)

Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)

Talking Constantly (67-100%)

Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

 

Onsite

 

789 Central Avenue

 

40

 

Regular

 

Day (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$17.71 - $20.82/Hourly

 

Grade

1

 

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

 

1810 Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

 

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